This certification is designed for coating inspectors who aim to be recognized as leaders in the Coatings Inspection field. This includes:
Highly skilled and experienced in corrosion, surface preparation, cleanliness, environmental conditions, test instruments, coating mixtures, and safety
Can undertake unsupervised non-destructive and destructive inspections of liquid and non-liquid coatings applied to any substrate
Has demonstrated technical knowledge, problem solving ability regarding issues that may arise on site and is capable of supervising basic (CIP Level 1) and intermediate (CIP Level 2) coating inspectors
After completing five years of inspection related work and successful completion of the CIP level 3 peer review oral exam, an advanced inspector has "expert knowledge" of all referenced competencies identified for level 1, 2 and 3. They can undertake unsupervised non‐destructive and destructive inspections of liquid and non‐liquid coatings applied to any substrate. The advanced inspector has proven their technical knowledge and ability to communicate regarding practical issues that may arise on site and is capable of supervising basic and intermediate inspectors.
Certification candidates have four (4) years to complete all requirements, including a successful completion of the exam, and an approved application with the required work experience and education requirements.
Certifying Organization
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance
Suggested because Coating Inspector Program - Level 3 Peer Review applies to Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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